Tag Archives: psalms

Worship and Wisdom for Formation and Flourishing

Posted on November 2, 2026 by Carl Simmons

Biblical wisdom literature is the place where the human soul most palpably encounters God. Sorrow encounters joy. Praise encounters despair. Hardness of heart encounters worship. And true to its subtitle, this book is a very worthy introduction to all of … Continue reading →

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The Psalms: Jesus’ Prayer Book

Posted on May 22, 2023 by Carl Simmons

A very readable and illuminating commentary on the Psalms. . . . Douglas D. Webster. The Psalms: Jesus’ Prayer Book. 4 vols., 1144p., $89.99, Kregel Academic. The Old Testament Psalter testifies both to the universal human condition and the redemption … Continue reading →

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Kerux: Psalms, Vol. 1

Posted on November 8, 2021 by Carl Simmons

Digging deeper into the wisdom (of the) Psalms. . . . W. Creighton Marlowe and Charles H. Savelle Jr. Psalms, Volume 1: The Wisdom Psalms. Kerux Commentaries. 240p., $27.99, Kregel Academic. Psalms, Volume 1: The Wisdom Psalms includes psalms with themes perpetuated … Continue reading →

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Soul Anatomy

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Carl Simmons

George Roberston. Soul Anatomy: Fiding Peace, Hope, and Joy in the Psalms. 240p., $17.99, New Growth Press. How do you worship when you’re depressed? Where do you find words to express inexpressible joy? What do you pray when you need … Continue reading →

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Going to God Like a Cigarette

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Carl Simmons

Our rather provocative titular reference above is nonetheless a good place for us to start, because this is a book about pursuing God with a single-minded passion. And you’ll have to discover the story that goes with it for yourself. … Continue reading →

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